In response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for resource conservation, the Maharashtra government has initiated a series of austerity measures aimed at reducing administrative costs. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis chaired meetings to review expenditure patterns, resulting in a 50% reduction in vehicle convoys for himself and all state ministers. Additionally, foreign tours for ministers and senior officials have been suspended until further notice to curb unnecessary expenses. Ministers are now advised to utilize commercial flights and public transport, including Metro services, for official travel, with a directive to adopt public transport for at least one day to encourage a behavioral shift. The government is also promoting video conferencing to limit physical meetings and is conducting a comprehensive review of government vehicles to eliminate excess allocations. These measures align with broader energy conservation efforts and reflect the government's commitment to financial discipline and efficiency.